How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN202 - Error occurs when deleting data from &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Error occurs when deleting data from &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN202 - Error occurs when deleting data from &1. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN202 typically occurs in the context of the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when there is an attempt to delete data from a contract or related object that is not allowed due to certain constraints or dependencies.
  Cause:
  The error can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  
  Data Dependencies: The data you are trying to delete may be linked to other objects or transactions that prevent deletion. For example, if there are open transactions, postings, or references to the contract, the system will not allow deletion.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the data.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the system may restrict the deletion of contracts or related data.
  
  
  Business Logic: There may be business rules defined in the system that prevent the deletion of certain types of contracts or data.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN202 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Review the contract and check for any open transactions or references. Ensure that there are no active postings or linked objects that would prevent deletion.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to delete the data has the necessary authorizations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module to see if there are any restrictions on deleting contracts. This may involve reviewing the settings in transaction codes like OAA3 (for asset classes) or OAA4 (for asset master data).
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes such as FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) or FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display) to check for any related postings that might be preventing the deletion.
  
  
  Error Logs: Check the system logs or error logs for more detailed information about the error. This can provide insights into what specifically is causing the issue.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in the Asset Accounting module, such as:
  
  F-92: Asset Retirement
  F-90: Asset Acquisition
  OAA3: Asset Class Configuration
  OAA4: Asset Master Data Configuration
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN202 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or fixes.
  
  
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.